Julie Wolfson

Oscar the Grouch and Zoe from Sesame Street came to Los Angeles to tell everyone that Sesame Street is turning the big 4-0. This week the most famous street in the world is celebrating its birthday with a new DVD collection, commemorative book and an appearance by Michelle Obama... continue reading on LAist

It's November and that means time to start holiday shopping. Here at LAist we encourage our readers to shop local, buy items that raise money for good causes, and celebrate the great things about our city. We went to the Craft and Folk Art Museum (CAFAM) to see the Suenos... continue reading on LAist

This week the Magic Castle is commemorating the 100th anniversary by conjuring up a series of celebratory events. Yesterday afternoon LAist was invited to witness Jim Bentley recreate Harry Houdini's famous straitjacket escape trick (see a video embedded below). We spotted several guests arrive at the mansion: Fred Willard, JoAnne... continue reading on LAist

One menu option at Susan Feniger's STREET offers diners a half size of any salad and street bite plate. This Mix & Match plate has Saigon Chicken Salad with long beans, celery leaf, carrots, cucumber, tomato with chopped peanut, chile, and soy lime dressing next to Kaya Toast (from... continue reading on LAist

Three Apples: An Exhibition Celebrating 35 Years Hello Kitty is in full swing. For three weeks, Royal/T will be filled floor to ceiling with Sanrio's favorite cat. Though the Hello Kitty stores in Little Tokyo and Hollywood Highland have plenty of cute things, fans are flocking to Royal/T to be... continue reading on LAist